ConnectWise
ConnectWise is a legitimate remote administration tool that has been used since at least 2016 by threat actors including MuddyWater and GOLD SOUTHFIELD to connect to and conduct lateral movement in target environments.[1][2]
ID: S0591
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Associated Software: ScreenConnect
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Type: TOOL
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Platforms: Windows
Version: 1.0
Created: 18 March 2021
Last Modified: 16 April 2025
Associated Software Descriptions
| Name | Description |
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| ScreenConnect |
Techniques Used
| Domain | ID | Name | Use | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprise | T1059 | .001 | Command and Scripting Interpreter: PowerShell |
ConnectWise can be used to execute PowerShell commands on target machines.[1] |
| Enterprise | T1113 | Screen Capture |
ConnectWise can take screenshots on remote hosts.[1] |
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| Enterprise | T1125 | Video Capture |
ConnectWise can record video on remote hosts.[1] |
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Groups That Use This Software
| ID | Name | References |
|---|---|---|
| G0115 | GOLD SOUTHFIELD | |
| G0069 | MuddyWater |
References
- Mele, G. et al. (2021, February 10). Probable Iranian Cyber Actors, Static Kitten, Conducting Cyberespionage Campaign Targeting UAE and Kuwait Government Agencies. Retrieved March 17, 2021.
- Peretz, A. and Theck, E. (2021, March 5). Earth Vetala – MuddyWater Continues to Target Organizations in the Middle East. Retrieved March 18, 2021.